The flight distance from Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) in Santiago, Chile to Waterloo Airport (WLO) in Waterloo Airport, Australia is 14,058 kilometers (8,735 miles / 7,591 nautical miles). The estimated flight time for this route is approximately 18h, flying south southwest at a heading of 204°.

This is an ultra-long-haul route, one of the longest in aviation. It requires wide-body aircraft with extended range capability such as the Airbus A350-900ULR or Boeing 777-200LR. Passengers should prepare for an extended flight with multiple meal services.

This is an international route connecting Chile with Australia. It is an intercontinental flight between South America and Oceania. Travelers should check visa requirements, customs regulations, and any travel advisories before booking.

Time zone information: When it's 07:41 in Santiago, it's 20:11 in Waterloo Airport. With a 12.5-hour time difference, travelers should plan for significant jet lag. It typically takes one day per hour of time difference to fully adjust.

There is a significant elevation difference of 1,423 feet between the two airports. Waterloo Airport sits lower than Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport.

The return flight from Waterloo Airport (WLO) to Santiago (SCL) follows a heading of 159° (south southeast). Actual flight times may vary depending on wind conditions, air traffic, and the specific aircraft used.

For more information about these airports, visit the Comodoro Arturo Merino Benitez International Airport (SCL) and Waterloo Airport (WLO) detail pages, or use our flight duration calculator to compare other routes.